All reports seem to indicate that the Cowboys are all set for the transition of moving Byron Jones to cornerback. That would certainly indicate they'll need to add a safety. In my opinion, this year's draft class is not loaded with safeties, but Dallas will have options. One player who hasn’t received near enough buzz is Tennessee defensive back Rashaan Gaulden.

Rashaan Gaulden – DB, Tennessee

Height: 6'0 3/4

Weight: 197

40-yard dash time: 4.64

Gaulden lined up in the slot nearly every time I watched him. That suggests he’d make a fine nickel corner, and that very well may be his spot in the NFL. I think he’d be great there. I also feel like he has the instincts and football intelligence needed to play the safety position. He’s a solid tackler and appears to have some range, all great traits to have as a safety.

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